Chief Specialist - Vehicles Technical Inspection
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About the Role
The Roads and Transport Authority is seeking a Chief Specialist to lead the development and enhancement of technical vehicle inspection standards, policies, and systems.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the development and review of technical inspection policies, standards, and legislative frameworks for all vehicle types
- Oversee the preparation of technical studies, benchmarks, and feasibility assessments
- Guide the integration of advanced monitoring technologies (AI, IoT, machine learning) into the inspection ecosystem
- Participate in strategic planning for inspection center capacity, site selection, and equipment upgrades
- Provide expert technical recommendations to senior leadership
- Supervise the calibration, maintenance, and compliance of technical inspection equipment
- Conduct regular field audits and inspections of vehicle technical inspection centers
- Review and approve technical specifications for inspection devices and equipment suppliers
- Monitor inspection outcomes and data integrity, identifying anomalies and initiating corrective actions
- Coordinate with Dubai Police and other regulatory bodies during joint inspections
- Develop and implement standardized technical procedures, classification systems, and inspection protocols
- Propose and lead improvements to inspection processes, tools, and digital systems
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- 8+ years of professional experience
- Experience in vehicle technical inspection, standards development, and regulatory compliance
- Knowledge of emerging vehicle technologies (electric, hybrid, autonomous)
- Experience with advanced monitoring technologies (AI, IoT, machine learning)
- Strong analytical and data driven decision making skills
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
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Job Purpose
- To lead the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of technical vehicle inspection standards, policies, and systems across all vehicle categories, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Lead the development and review of technical inspection policies, standards, and legislative frameworks for all vehicle types, including electric, hybrid, and autonomous vehicles.
- Oversee the preparation of technical studies, benchmarks, and feasibility assessments to support the expansion and modernization of inspection services.
- Guide the integration of advanced monitoring technologies (AI, IoT, machine learning) into the technical inspection ecosystem.
- Participate in strategic planning for inspection center capacity, site selection, and equipment upgrades based on demand forecasting and demographic trends.
- Provide expert technical recommendations to senior leadership on regulatory changes, system enhancements, and innovation initiatives.
- Supervise the calibration, maintenance, and compliance of technical inspection equipment across all authorized centers.
- Conduct regular field audits and inspections of vehicle technical inspection centers to verify compliance.
- Review and approve technical specifications for inspection devices, equipment suppliers, and center infrastructure.
- Monitor inspection outcomes and data integrity, identifying anomalies and initiating corrective actions.
- Coordinate with Dubai Police and other regulatory bodies during joint inspections.
- Develop and implement standardized technical procedures, classification systems, and inspection protocols for all vehicle categories.
- Propose and lead improvements to inspection processes, tools, and digital systems to increase efficiency.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years of professional experience.
Physical Working Conditions
- Primarily office based with regular field visits to vehicle technical inspection centers, service providers, and partner facilities for audits, inspections, and system validation.
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